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Workplace Culture | Creating a Safe Space for Innovation

Psychological safety is more than just a buzzword—it’s the foundation of a thriving workplace. Employees must feel secure enough to share ideas, take risks, and collaborate without fear of judgment. However, a lack of psychological safety is still common, especially for younger employees. ...

Compliance Recap | November 2024

Missouri, Alaska and Nebraska joined the growing number of states requiring certain employers to provide paid leave. Beginning in 2025, these laws will impact most employees in these states, with few exceptions. Massachusetts, Connecticut and New York represent states amending their leave ...

Dear HR Manager from Build Better Beginnings

Dear HR Manager, Bringing in new talent is an ongoing challenge for my team. How can we create an onboarding process that informs and inspires? – Build Better Beginnings Dear Build Better Beginnings, Onboarding isn’t just about introducing new hires to the job—it’s about setting them up for ...

Employee Benefits | Empowering Employees with Flexible Perks

Flexible benefits allow employees to tailor their work experience to fit their personal needs, creating a supportive environment that respects work-life balance and diverse lifestyles. By offering a variety of options—such as remote work, condensed work weeks, flexible hours, and personalized ...

Compliance Alert | Gag Clause Prohibition Compliance Attestation (GCPCA)

Title II (Transparency) of Division BB of the Consolidated Appropriations Act (“CAA”) prohibits group health plans from entering into an agreement with a health care provider, network or association of providers, third-party administrator (TPA), or other service provider that include language ...

Workplace Culture | Building a Culture of Mental Health Support

Employees increasingly want—and expect—a work environment that values their well-being. Companies that commit to supporting mental health see improved productivity, more robust engagement, and increased employee loyalty. Mental health is a cornerstone of a productive and engaged team. According ...

Dear HR Manager from Seeking Effective Reviews

Dear HR Manager, As year-end reviews approach, I want to ensure these conversations are constructive and meaningful. What are some innovative strategies to make our reviews more impactful? – Seeking Effective Reviews Dear Seeking Effective Reviews, Year-end reviews are an opportunity to reflect ...

Compliance Recap | October 2024

October brought the second of two Centers for Medicare & Medicaid (CMS) Medicare Part D annual disclosures, in the form of Creditable Coverage Letters. The IRS released the 2025 cost-of-living adjustment information affecting employee benefit plans. We were reminded that while there are no ...

IRS Releases 2025 Benefit Plan Limits

As we approach 2025, it’s essential for employers to stay informed about the updated cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs) that impact employee benefits. Recent IRS updates affect key programs such as flexible spending accounts (FSAs), Qualified Small Employer Health Reimbursement Arrangements ...

Brinson Compliance Annual Notices

Employers that sponsor group health plans should provide certain benefit notices in connection with their plans’ open enrollment periods.  Although these annual notices may be provided at different times throughout the year, employers often choose to include them in the new hire packet, at open ...

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